Quote from: Phil [Chaa006] on December 09, 2013, 11:21 PM

So how do you rate Saffron, from whom I picked up a T/A menu when I was passing this afternoon ?

Hmmm.......

I really like the guys from there. But to be honest, whilst I would not describe the food as bad, it is blindingly average.

I do use it (mostly as I am too lazy/busy with the kids to go out, and they are on Just Eat so I can pay by card) and have never disliked the food, but I would never recommend it as a good choice if you have the mobility/freedom to travel somewhere else.

Their naans are a always a disappointment as well.

I haven't tried the Raja but have heard good things, with the number of Indians in the near vicinity (living in Paddock Wood, working in Tunbridge Wells) I have historically struggled to make it that far out, though I am tempted to pop out there at some point to give it a go and grab some Bidenden cider, which is excellent.

Also having two very small children now, I am relying a lot more on takeaways/delivery's for my fix so that also limits my range somewhat.

Tumeric Gold has got a few mixed reviews on Trip Advisor now, but I can honestly say I have always had a top notch meal from their, maybe our differing reports reflect on the dishes we had?

I used to live down the road opposite Junahki and have a fondness for it and it's unusual tables. I liked Mooli a lot, but didn't think it was outstanding, though it did offer something a little different.

Cochin Marine in Tunbridge Wells is nice if you get a chance. It's South Indian so a different slant, my wife and I love it as we honeymooned in Sri Lanka and the flavours bring back fond memories.

I have lived in Paddock Wood off and on for just over 20 years (moved down here when I was 12) and the restaurant you refer to has never been much to shout about so I wouldn't say it's a decline.

Given there are some very, very decent options in a 5/6 mile radius it seems to trade on folk who refuse to change their eating habits.

For alternative options I can recommend the Turmeric Gold in Tudely (though they are victims of their own success and the eat in service is slipping due to how busy they get) and the Kirthon down the Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells

p.s. Whilst I admire your generosity in giving them anonymity, there is only one BIR restaurant (as in eat in) in PW so it's easy to track down should anyone want to.